Paraprofessional

CPCD•Colorado Springs, CO

10h•$24•Onsite

About The Position

Paraprofessional plays a vital role in supporting the academic, behavioral, medical, and social-emotional growth of students with diverse and intensive learning needs. Working under the guidance of licensed professionals, this position provides direct instructional, behavioral, and health-related support in classroom and community settings.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent and two years of specialized training or an associate's degree in ECE or related field.
CDA or the Early Childhood Professional Level II credential through the State of Colorado’s Professional Development Information System (PDIS), or plan to obtain within one year of hire.
Must obtain First Aid CPR, and medication administration certification within 90 days of employment and maintain as required.
Must be able to lift/carry/manipulate up to 40 pounds.
Successful completion of a pre-employment physical examination, TB test, drug test (including marijuana), and background check in accordance with the Office of Head Start Performance Standards and Childcare Licensing.
Must have access to reliable transportation and if using a personal vehicle must maintain minimum liability insurance as determined by the State of Colorado.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in behavioral science
0–2 years working with children with special needs.
Bilingual: English/Spanish

Responsibilities

Supporting the academic, behavioral, medical, and social-emotional growth of students with diverse and intensive learning needs.
Providing direct instructional, behavioral, and health-related support in classroom and community settings.
Obtaining First Aid CPR, and medication administration certification within 90 days of employment and maintaining as required.
Lifting/carrying/manipulating up to 40 pounds.
Successful completion of a pre-employment physical examination, TB test, drug test (including marijuana), and background check in accordance with the Office of Head Start Performance Standards and Childcare Licensing.
Maintaining access to reliable transportation and minimum liability insurance if using a personal vehicle.

Benefits

Paid vacation time
Paid sick time
Paid holidays/Breaks
Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Flexible spending accounts
Aflac supplemental insurance
Voluntary life insurance
Basic Life insurance
Long Term Disability insurance
AD&D insurance
401(k) program with traditional and Roth enrollment options
Profit-sharing
Tuition Assistance ($4,000 per year for Early Childhood Education Associates/Bachelor’s Degrees, $2,500 per year for other degrees related to employment at CPCD)
Employee Assistance Program (6 FREE sessions with a counselor or therapist per year)
Full well-being program
2 hours of paid time per month for wellness activities